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🟢 Actively Hiring · Posted 24d ago ⏳ Closes in 67 days UK Corridor 🛡️ UK Work Eligibility 🏢 Company - Private

Manufacturing Engineer

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£34,711 - £40,006
£2,893 - £3,334 / mo

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Cambridge, East of England, England
Tier-1 UK Economic Zone
Est. Take-Home Pay
68% - 74% (After PAYE & NI)
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1.0 GBP ≈ $1.28 USD Living Standard
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Position Overview & Specifications

We are now looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join our growing team. You must have the ability to work on complex products and to work collaboratively and flexibly across several interdisciplinary teams. This position will be based on site 5 days a week due to the nature of work.

About us:

Based in Melbourn, near Cambridge, UK, SPT Labtech makes products that transform the way scientists work. For nearly two decades, our expert scientists, engineers and business innovators have provided scientists with world-leading, innovative solutions for liquid handling, sample preparation, and sample management that help accelerate research and make a real difference to human health. We work collaboratively with our customers, building trusted relationships that enable us to deliver exceptional, personalised experiences designed for real-world challenges in the lab.

Want to be part of a team that’s truly making a difference?

“This is a really exciting time for us. We’re making a measurable impact on human health around the world – and that’s incredibly motivating. As we continue to innovate and grow, I can’t think of a more dynamic, exciting place to be.” David Newble, CEO, SPT Labtech.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensuring engineering issues are resolved to achieve Production/Materials customer delivery dates and targets
  • Managing the cut-in of Engineering changes to Production/Materials
  • Working with suppliers on quality/process capability/cost-down
  • Liaising with Development to resolve any product technical issues
  • Ensuring smooth transfer of new products into Production using established NPI process
  • Involvement with the Product teams from product concept stage onwards
  • Producing BOM and cost-estimation tracking
  • Implementation of good manufacturing methods and practices
  • Taking responsibility for the quality of the products shipped
  • Continuous improvement of products

About you and your skillset.

  • A proven track record in a high technology manufacturing or assembly business
  • A Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering subject is highly desirable
  • Demonstrable experience of practical problem solving and team working
  • Good understanding of modern manufacturing processes
  • Exposure to relevant product design processes

Beneficial Skills/ Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years working in a similar role, ideally with complex electro-mechanical products
  • 3D Mechanical CAD experience, preferably Solidworks
  • ERP systems experience
  • Ideally, you would have worked within a low volume manufacturing facility developing small to medium size complex components within Life Sciences, Inkjet printing or similar industries.

Our company culture supports diversity and is inclusive of all regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, or family status, and we endeavour to support our employees' needs to the best of our ability.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and a fantastic benefits package including: Private Medical Insurance, generous Pension Plan & Profit Share. Also, CycleScheme, discounted gym memberships, Employee Assistance Programme.

We are based on the Melbourn Science Park, a lovely village location that is only short commute from Cambridge, Royston and the surrounding areas.

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

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Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Manufacturing Engineer roles across SPT Labtech's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Biotech & Pharmaceuticals.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

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3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £34,711 - £40,006 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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